2009 Audi A8 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
